3D Printing Solutions to Small Problems

I recently received a Calcutta Tumbler as a gift (it is basically the same thing as a Yeti Tumbler, which more people seem to be familiar with).

The cup works great on keeping your drinks cold, but I found one major flaw: there is a hole in the lid where water can splash out. I was walking around with my tumbler in my backpack and the water kept splashing out.

Hole In Tumbler Lid

I designed and 3D printed this plug to stop this problem (see photo below). I measured the hole size and then tapered the side walls of the plug at 8 degrees so that it would press in place.

3D Printed Tumbler Plug

This last photo shows the plug in place. A simple problem solved by 3D printing!

Update:

I have created a better version with a cord so you don’t lose the part. You can purchase here on ebay:

“Scott has designed several parts for us and we continue utilizing his talents. We work in an interactive, collaborative process that enables us to learn and benefit from the 3D models as they evolve.”